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Storyline

A pop singer has been receiving threatening notes, and her manager hires a bodyguard known for his good work. The bodyguard ruffles the singer's feathers and most of her entourage by tightening security more than they feel is necessary. The bodyguard is haunted by the fact that he was on Reagan's secret service staff but wasn't there to prevent the attack by Hinckley. Eventually the bodyguard and the singer start an affair, and she begins to believe his precautions are necessary when the stalker strikes close to home.Written by
Ed Sutton <esutton@mindspring.com>

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Did You Know?

Trivia

Rachel and Frank go and see "Yojimbo (1961)," which was released in the United States as "The Bodyguard". See more »

Goofs

When Frank puts Rachel to bed, he pushes all the dolls to one side. But when she's in bed there is still one doll sitting upright next to her. See more »

Quotes

Rachel:
[after Frank has killed the culprit and is lying on the stage bleeding]
It's not my blood! It's not me!
[They get ready to restrain Frank]
Rachel:
Wait! He's my Bodyguard! Get some help!
[to Frank]
Rachel:
Stay with me! Frank! Stay with me!
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Alternate Versions

The BBFC insisted upon a 1 second cut to the UK version, to remove a double earclap, which they view as being easily imitated and very damaging... See more »

User Reviews

I have watched many action movies but this one makes one think: what happens next? This material could have been handled badly, but it comes out refined and elegant.

Both Whitney Hustoun and Kevin Costner stay true to their types, yet sharing a common purpose giving a spiritual dimension to the movie as observed by a commentator.

This is not a conventional romantic movie and that is why many are disappointed. It is a throwback to old concepts of chivalry and knighthood. The remarkable point to observe is that it is a modern story about an independent woman and her child.

This is a movie which feels good and genuine in the end.

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